Keto Cinnamon Buns (Printable Version)

Fluffy cinnamon buns made with almond flour and sugar-free sweetener, ideal for low-carb meals or snacks.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups almond flour
02 - 2 tablespoons coconut flour
03 - 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 2 ounces cream cheese
08 - 2 large eggs

→ Filling

09 - 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
10 - 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
11 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Cream Cheese Icing

12 - 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
13 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
14 - 1/4 cup powdered erythritol
15 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - 1-2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch round baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
02 - Combine shredded mozzarella and cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
03 - Whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, sweetener, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
04 - Add melted cheese mixture and eggs to dry ingredients. Mix with spatula until sticky dough forms. Lightly oil hands if needed for handling.
05 - Place dough between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll into rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick.
06 - Mix erythritol, cinnamon, and melted butter. Spread evenly over rolled dough surface.
07 - Use parchment paper to assist rolling dough into log from long side. Slice into 8 equal pieces.
08 - Arrange buns cut-side up in prepared pan. Bake 22-25 minutes until golden and set.
09 - Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered erythritol, and vanilla until smooth. Add almond milk as needed for spreadable consistency.
10 - Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes. Spread icing over warm buns before serving.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The texture is shockingly close to traditional cinnamon buns, soft and pull-apart tender
  • You get all the indulgence of a bakery treat while staying in ketosis
  • The cream cheese icing makes everything feel decadent and special
02 -
  • The dough will feel incredibly sticky when you're working with it, but lightly oiling your hands or keeping them damp makes handling much easier
  • Rolling the dough between parchment paper instead of on a floured surface prevents it from sticking and tearing
  • Letting the buns cool for exactly 10 minutes before icing is crucial, otherwise the frosting melts right off and makes a mess
03 -
  • Use freshly grated mozzarella instead of pre-shredded cheese, which contains anti-caking agents that can make the dough gummy
  • If your dough feels too wet to roll, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes until it's more manageable

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